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Do you look at your feet while hiking?
I'm hoping folks will help me with something I've wondered about for awhile. During my research into front packs (hip packs, Aarn packs, chest packs, etc) I've seen many comments from people...
I need some schooling on batteries....
No matter how much I look about, I seem to be somewhat dense about different battery types. I am in the market for some sort of recharging device for my Delorme, but...
Packs: Which one?
I currently use a Golite Pinnacle(my first UL pack). I want to get a new pack, as there are a few things I dislike about the golite. I have widened my choices...
Shaving
I have a thick beard but never enjoyed letting it grow, requiring sun screen.  That mix after a few days of growth looks and feels like a stucco finish on my face. ...
I'm converted to light wieght
Well, after my last backpacking trip to Minaret Lake, this past September, I'm converted to light weight. My pack weight was inn the 50-55lb range, with water, food, and camera gear (plus...
What size of daypack is everyone using?
Stratos 24 i prefer to have a bit of a frame and the mesh back. an extra pound is worth the comfort. this weekend's 7mi day hike will have rain/wind jacket, 1.5L...
My first UL (sort of) overnighter w/hexamid
Using most of the principles I learned on this site, I just went ahead and got out there. I was fully prepared to go solo (first time), but happy my buddy came...
Olive oil lantern will it attract bearsJust
<li style="text-align: center;">Just made a olive oil lantern as winter tent warmer and light I know that I will have to warm the oil to keep it liquid works great. A friend...
Total Solar Eclipse 2017
Planning on being on the trail during the total solar eclipse in 2017. Â Never experienced one. Naive question, but I have no idea of the darkness. Â Can one hike during the...
PROFESSOR HIKE: TOP 10 BEGINNER HIKER BLUNDERS
http://www.backpacker.com/prof_hike_beginner_mistakes/skills/14472 6. Going ultra-light without ultra-experience A regular backpacker going ultra-light is like a vegetarian becoming a vegan—it takes time to dial down a new, safe system. Definitions vary, but ultra-light hiking...
So tell me that I'm not stupid.
Background: Im 16 years old, have been backpacking a bunch for the last 6 years and now I have a car. You can probably guess whats next. How stupid is it to...
Petzl e+LITE
Just arrived complete w/2xCR2032 batts. Initial observations. 1. interesting packaging 2. very small light - PTScout size. 3. protective case has nice closure retainer - a round rubber band, of sorts. 4....
Backpacking Pyromania
Companion forum thread to: Backpacking Pyromania One of my favorite activities in the backpacking experience is building a campfire; I look forward to it on nearly every trip I take… Nice vid. ...
Ditty Pocket Location Preference?
Hi all, I am looking at my second MYOG pack and am curious on your opinion on location for a pocket for random items. I plan to have two hip belt pockets,...
Help me lighten up for the CDT
Right now I am looking at being just under 14 lbs... not really as light as I would like to be, with the miles I am wanting to do. Planning on starting...
Starting to hone in on my gear list!
So my ultimate goal is a 19 day completion of the colorado trail in july, but I like to backpack solo in the desert of utah and anywhere I feel like in...
New MSR Snowshoes 2010 – 2011
I got the complete lowdown on the new MSR snowshoe range written up over on my blog. Six new models, sorted in three categories. Best addition are Floatation Tails which can be...
some input on my current gear list please
i've been slowly getting some new gear to added to my old stuff so that i can do a 1-2 250 mile backpacking trips next summer, along with shorter weekend trips that...
UL Solar Battery Chargers
Check out www.solarworld.com for tiny light and cheap solar panels and chargers including one for button batteries ($13/.3 oz) and one that does 2, 3, or 4 AA or AAA's ($25/ 1.5oz)....
Gear List for family backpack: Mom, Boy (9), and Girl (5)
I’d welcome ideas regarding the following gear list and regarding backpacking with kids in general. My story is as follows: after many years of occasional recreational backpacking, starting at age 12 with...
